Raz-Plus resources organized into weekly content-based units and differentiated instruction options.
Informational (nonfiction), 897 words, Level P (Grade 2) Multilevel Book also available in levels T and W Multilevel Book also available in levels T and W
Desert People is an informational text about various peoples who live in deserts. It focuses mostly on the Tohono O'odham (a Native American tribe) and the Bedouins but also briefly mentions other cultures. Desert People tells about many aspects of desert life, from diet and shelter to daily routines, traditions, and customs. Photographs, tables, and a map support the text.
Reading Strategy Summarize to understand nonfiction text
Comprehension Compare and Contrast : Identify details to compare and contrast desert people
Grammar and Mechanics Prepositions : Understand and use prepositions in sentences
Word Work Number Words : Read and understand number words
Think, Collaborate, Discuss Promote higher-order thinking for small groups or whole class
